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First Mover Americas: SEC Targets Gemini, Genesis

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Jan. 13, 2023.

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Policy

SEC Alleges Gemini, Genesis Sold Unregistered Securities

Gemini and Genesis have been engaged in a public spat after Genesis suspended withdrawals last year.

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Rep. Jim Himes on Crypto Regulation Outlook

Rep. Jim Himes (D-Conn.) joins "First Mover" to discuss how policymakers are approaching crypto in the 2023 agenda amid the uncertainty surrounding crypto giant Digital Currency Group (DCG) and the fallout of crypto exchange FTX. DCG is the parent company of CoinDesk. The Congressman weighs in on whether Sam Bankman-Fried's political donations and previous appearances in Washington, D.C. had any impact on crypto regulation. Plus, his insights on SEC's approach to regulating digital assets.

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Finance

Two Advisor Credentialing Organizations Have Their Say on Crypto

Advisors are warned by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards (CFP Board) and the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute (CFA Institute) to look before they leap.

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DCG Reportedly Probed For Genesis Transfers

Barry Silbert’s Digital Currency Group (DCG) is reportedly being investigated by the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Eastern District of New York and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), according to Bloomberg. The entities are examining financial transfers between DCG and its Genesis unit. DCG is the parent company of CoinDesk. Pacific Street Managing Director Gareth Rhodes shares his analysis.

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DCG Concerns Linger Amid Crypto Winter

Digital Currency Group (DCG) faces an investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice and SEC on the transfer of funds between DCG and its Genesis unit, according to a report from Bloomberg. DCG is the parent company of CoinDesk. Pacific Street Managing Director Gareth Rhodes weighs in. Plus, he discusses his opinion piece titled, "The Impact of Avraham Eisenberg’s Case on the Future of Crypto," focusing on whether "white hat" hacking could benefit DeFi protocols.

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DOJ, SEC Reportedly Probe Crypto Conglomerate DCG; Jefferies Downgrades Marathon Digital

Officials with the U.S. Department of Justice's Eastern District of New York and the SEC are examining transfers between Digital Currency Group (DCG) and the conglomerate's Genesis subsidiary, according to Bloomberg. DCG is the parent company of CoinDesk. Plus, Jefferies downgraded its rating for bitcoin miner Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA) from "buy" to "hold" due to construction delays.

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US Authorities Examining Transfers Between DCG, Genesis: Bloomberg

Officials with the U.S. Department of Justice's Eastern District of New York (EDNY) and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission are examining transfers between Digital Currency Group (DCG) and the conglomerate's Genesis subsidiary, according to a report from Bloomberg. Bernstein's Managing Director of Global Digital Assets, Gautam Chhugani, discusses the latest developments. DCG is the parent company of CoinDesk.

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Crypto Conglomerate DCG Being Investigated by DOJ, SEC: Report

The inquiries, which appear to be in an early stage, are focused on financial transfers between DCG and its Genesis unit, according to the Bloomberg report.

DCG founder and CEO Barry Silbert (CoinDesk archives)

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SEC Reportedly Probing FTX Investors’ Due Diligence

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is examining whether investors in FTX correctly followed due diligence procedures, according to Reuters. "The Hash" hosts discuss the latest in crypto regulation and the potential impact on FTX's bankruptcy process.

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